Balancing high-adrenaline adventures for two teens with a relaxing pace for adults is tough, but Atravelq nailed it across New Zealand. Rotorua delivered with ziplining and geothermal pools, while Queenstown was an absolute standout with the Shotover Jet and Skyline luge. Milford Sound offered postcard-perfect landscapes, and Christchurch rounded off the trip seamlessly. Thoughtful logistics—like booking spacious family apartments with laundry facilities—made a world of difference, and their team was always just a quick WhatsApp message away whenever needed.

New Zealand North and South Island Tour Package
₹219,000
/ personLand package price only
- 4-star hotels (11 nights)
- Daily breakfast
- Transfers + Interislander ferry
- Milford Sound day cruise
- Te Puia geothermal entry
- Visa assistance
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Overview
12 days, the whole country, one direction — Auckland's harbour to Queenstown's lakefront with the Cook Strait ferry gliding you between islands. Six bases, a Milford cruise, Te Puia's geysers and every transfer already handled; you just keep looking out the window.
From ₹219000 per person (land package). Tell us your dates — whale watch, Hobbiton or extra nights go in before the quote is locked.
Key features of this package
11 Nights / 12 Days
Both islands, end to end4-Star Hotels
6 bases, north to southDaily Breakfast
At the hotelAll Transfers
Road + ferry + domesticTop Experiences
Ferry crossing + MilfordCustomisable
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Explore your journey day by day, with every stay, transfer and experience clearly planned.

Arrival: Land at Auckland International — the trip's northern tip.
Transfer: About 35–40 minutes to your city hotel; the Sky Tower marks the way in.
Check-in: Settle in and keep the day light — there's a whole country ahead.
Evening: Viaduct Harbour if you're up for a stroll; the water does the welcoming.

Arrival: At the hotel.
Sky Tower: Go up before 11 AM — mornings get the clearest harbour views.
Harbour: Harbour: The Devonport ferry takes 12 minutes each way and beats any paid viewpoint for skyline photos.
Optional: Add a half-day Waiheke Island wine trip if the weather's playing along.

Check-in: Rotorua by late afternoon; you'll smell the geothermal sulphur before you see it — that's normal.
Breakfast: At the hotel before check-out.
Drive: 230 km through Waikato farmland, approximately 3 hours.
Optional: Hobbiton sits conveniently at the halfway point — the 2-hour tour slots in without stretching the day.

Breakfast: At the hotel.
Te Puia: Included entry — Pohutu erupts up to 20 times a day, so you won't miss it.
Redwoods: A self-paced forest walk; the treewalk is at its best after dark when the lights come on.
Optional: A Polynesian Spa lakefront soak or an evening Māori cultural dinner rounds the day off well.
New Zealand North & South Highlights



Why this route works
North to south, one direction
Auckland in, Queenstown out — the route never doubles back, and every leg moves you deeper into the country.The ferry is the highlight
The Interislander through the Marlborough Sounds is one of the world’s great ferry rides — this route treats it as an experience, not just transport.Easy to personalise
Add Hobbiton, a Kaikoura whale watch, extra nights or swap a road leg for a domestic flight before the quote is locked.Inclusions & exclusions
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- Selected value 3-star accommodation on double bed basis
- Daily breakfast unless stated otherwise
- Arrival and departure transfers only where specifically listed
- All international and domestic flights from or within the itinerary
- Visa and application charges
- Travel insurance
Traveller Reviews
A group of five of us flew out from Dubai chasing pure outdoor action, and this itinerary hit full throttle from day one. Rotorua’s white-water rafting on the Kaituna river set the tone, but landing in Queenstown took it to another level—bungee jumping, skydiving, and canyon canyoning all sorted back-to-back. The fjord drive into Milford Sound through the granite mountains and cascading waterfalls was unreal. Atravelq took care of all the heavy logistics: the domestic flight from North to South, rugged 4WD rental, and zero-excess coverage. Wrapping up in Christchurch with craft beer stops along the river was the ideal wind-down. Flawless planning.
Bachon ki adventure ki demands aur grandparents ke aaram ko ek sath balance karna aasan kaam nahi tha, par Atravelq ki route pacing ne sab sambhal liya. North Island mein Rotorua ka cultural Maori show aur thermal park dada-dadi ko bohot pasand aaya, jabki Queenstown mein teenagers ne mountain biking aur luge ride enjoy ki. Milford Sound ke cruise ke liye inhone spacious boutique boat arrange ki thi jahan sitting bohot comfortable thi aur upar se falls ka view clear tha. Christchurch city gardens bohot shaant the. Hotel selection mein kitchenettes hone se ghar jaisa nashta banana aasan raha. Paisa-vasool aur reliable service.
We wanted our honeymoon to be an active, memorable journey, and Atravelq built the perfect itinerary. Highlights ranged from Rotorua's biking trails and Queenstown’s canyon swing to dolphin sightings in Milford Sound and scenic evening strolls by Lake Wakatipu. Logistics were effortless, right down to the smooth vehicle handover in Christchurch. Highly professional service throughout.
Planned by a specialist
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1+ years of experience in international travel planning, specializing in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
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